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rocks
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- 18.2Rocks
- 2what is geolgyThe science which deals with the physical structure and substance of the earth, their history, and the processes which act on them.
- 3there are three types of rocksThe three main types, or classes, of rock are sedimentary, metamorphic, and igneous and the differences among them have to do with how they are formed.
- 4what is sedimentary rocksSedimentary
Sedimentary rocks are formed from particles of sand, shells, pebbles, and other fragments of material. Together, all these particles are called sediment. Gradually, the sediment accumulates in layers and over a long period of time hardens into rock. Generally, sedimentary rock is fairly soft and may break apart or crumble easily. You can often see sand, pebbles, or stones in the rock, and it is usually the only type that contains fossils. - 5EXAMPLESconglomerate and limestone.
- 6What is metamorphic rocksMetamorphic
Metamorphic rocks are formed under the surface of the earth from the metamorphosis (change) that occurs due to intense heat and pressure (squeezing). The rocks that result from these processes often have ribbon like layers and may have shiny crystals, formed by minerals growing slowly over time, on their surface. - 7EXAMPLESgneiss and marble.
- 8what is igneous rocksIgneous
Igneous rocks are formed when magma (molten rock deep within the earth) cools and hardens. Sometimes the magma cools inside the earth, and other times it erupts onto the surface from volcanoes (in this case, it is called lava). When lava cools very quickly, no crystals form and the rock looks shiny and glasslike. Sometimes gas bubbles are trapped in the rock during the cooling process, leaving tiny holes and spaces in the rock. - 9EXAMPLESbasalt and obsidian
- 10Rock cycle
- 11Igneous rocks
- 12sedimentary rocks
- 13metamorphic rocks
- 14ALERT
- 15error
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